Boren, a 6-foot-3, 320-pound guard, was a Second Team All-American for Ohio State in 2010. He went undrafted and signed with the Baltimore Ravens practice squad for the 2011 season.

He also worked as a center for the Ravens.

During the 2012 preseason, Boren suffered a foot injury. The Ravens released him in early September after reaching an injury settlement.

Boren is known locally for his contentious departure from the University of Michigan, where he played his first two college seasons. After the retirement of coach Lloyd Carr, Boren left the program, citing the erosion of family values.

An Ohio native, Boren transferred to Ohio State to finish his collegiate career.